Robert M

Review of Haka Tours

Haka is a more than an organized and well operated...

Haka is a more than an organized and well operated Tour group appealing to a mid market between the traditional backpacker and more mature traveller. Affordable compared to the more premium full service 4/5 star Hotel tours but likely considered expensive in the backpacking realm.
With that in mind, accommodations are Hostals, although very modern and clean, group rooms and shared washrooms/showers are not for everyone.
Transportation is by 16 seat mini bus, again basic but clean and efficient.
The real value and IMHO by far the most important component of any Tour is the Tour guide. Although I only experienced one Tour(North Island 7 day), I can tell you that Haka has at least one amazing Tour guide in Sam Grif. He was not only Professional, pleasant, accommodating and incredibly knowledgeable in ALL things New Zealand, but has a tremendous passion for the nature and culture that makes NZ the wonder that it is. I can t recommend Sam enough, as he opened my eyes to the hidden gems that most tourists never experience without an expert, passionate and communicative tour guide like Sam. His command of the indigenous culture and all things new & old are colourfully conveyed in entertaining tales paying homage to the Maori culture which all Kiwi s seem to respect and celebrate,
All in all a fantastic and efficient Tour of New Zealand thanks to Sam.